Pork and vegetable kebabs
Pork and vegetable kebabs are a popular grilled dish featuring marinated chunks of pork and colorful vegetables like bell peppers, onions, and zucchini, threaded onto skewers. This versatile dish is enjoyed worldwide, with variations found in many cuisines, from Chinese shāokǎo to Middle Eastern shish kebabs.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is a good source of protein from the pork and provides various vitamins and minerals from the vegetables, such as vitamin C and potassium. A typical serving (about 2 skewers) generally ranges from 300-400 calories, with moderate fat content depending on the cut of pork and marinade used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 250 kcal |
| Protein | 22 g |
| Carbs | 8 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 4 g |
| Sodium | 450 mg |
| Potassium | 380 mg |
| Iron | 2.1 mg |
| Zinc | 3.5 mg |
| Phosphorus | 190 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.4 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 5.0 mg |
| Selenium | 25 µg |
| Vitamin C | 15 mg |
Per 1 skewer (150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Kebabs are a fantastic example of culinary adaptability, with each culture adding its unique marinades and spice blends, like Chinese cumin and chili or Mediterranean lemon and oregano. Nutritionally, grilling allows excess fat to drip away, making it a relatively lean cooking method compared to frying.
